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Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. (JP:4718)
:4718
4718 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,811.00 - ¥2,955.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume14.80K
Average Volume (3M)47.20K
Market Cap
¥38.24B
Enterprise Value¥29.82B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.91B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥466.36M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.2
Beta0.51
Next Earnings
May 08, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)30.07
Shares Outstanding19,012,451
10 Day Avg. Volume31,240
30 Day Avg. Volume47,196
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.28
Price to Book (P/B)2.49
Price to Sales (P/S)1.08
P/FCF Ratio11.64
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Balance Sheet And Low LeverageWaseda Academy's extremely low leverage and high equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility, reducing refinancing and interest-rate risks. A 15.4% ROE indicates efficient capital use, supporting sustainable reinvestment into schools and curricula over the medium term.
Consistent Revenue And Profit GrowthSteady top-line expansion and improving profitability indicate resilient demand for exam-prep services and effective cost control. Consistent margins (gross 31.12%; EBITDA 14.12%) support reinvestment and margin stability across academic cycles over 2–6 months.
Strong Cash Generation And Rising Free Cash FlowHigh operating cash conversion and large free cash flow growth enhance the firm's ability to fund expansion, seasonal program investment and dividends without reliance on external financing, providing a durable source of financial resilience.
Bears Say
Room For Improved Cash ManagementDespite strong absolute cash generation, the FCF-to-net-income metric shows inefficiencies in translating earnings into discretionary cash versus peers. Persistent working-capital or timing issues could constrain funding for strategic initiatives or capex over the medium term.
Moderate Net Profit MarginA mid-single-digit net margin leaves limited buffer against cost inflation or enrollment downturns. If input or staffing costs rise or pricing power weakens, profitability could compress, reducing ability to sustain investment and dividends across academic cycles.
Business Dependence On Tuition/enrollment TrendsRevenue is structurally tied to student enrollment and demographic patterns. Any prolonged decline in school-age population or lower enrollment conversion would directly pressure revenues and utilization of fixed classroom capacity, posing lasting headwinds to growth.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. News
4718 FAQ
What was Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1811.00 and its highest was ¥2955.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥38.24B.
When is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 78 days.
How were Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 04, 2026. The company reported ¥30.07 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.07.
Is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.56%. See more information on Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. have?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. has 19,012,451 shares outstanding.
What happened to Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.07 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.532%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4718
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. operates tutoring schools for elementary, middle, and high school students. It operates 180 schools; and 16 franchise schools under the KOBETSU SCHOOL brand. The company was incorporated in 1974 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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